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How to Read Long-Range Weather Forecasts

Long-range predictions show weather trends in temperatures and precipitation. For example, will the winter be colder or warmer than average? Will there be more or less snow than what's typical for your area? Our famous predictions (traditionally 80% accurate) are made 18 months in advance, and meant to help you make more informed decisions for long-term planning.

Annual Weather Summary: November 2016 to October 2017

Winter temperatures will be below normal, with the coldest periods in mid- and late December, mid- to late January, and mid-February. Snowfall and precipitation will be near or above normal, with the snowiest periods in mid- and late December, early to mid- and late January, and mid- and late February.

April and May will be a bit cooler than normal, with above-normal precipitation.

Summer will be warmer than normal, on average, with the hottest periods in mid-June and mid-August. Rainfall will be near or below normal, despite the threat of a tropical rainstorm in late August.

September and October will be slightly cooler than normal, with rainfall below normal north and above normal south.